Advanced English Vocabulary and Idiomatic Expressions

Vocabulary practice flashcards focusing on advanced collocations, idiomatic phrases, and formal expressions covered in the lecture notes.

Break down / overcome (temporal/spatial) barriers

To eliminate obstacles related to time or physical distance, allowing instantaneous communication and global connection.

Strengthen / cement relationship

To reinforce, solidify, or foster connection and support between individuals, such as family members, friends, or citizens.

Rekindle passion for

To revive or reawaken enthusiasm, excitement, or dedication toward an interest or activity.

Transcend / go beyond limits

To surpass, exceed, or rise above established boundaries, capacities, or traditional ways of thinking.

Fall short of standard / fail to live up to expectation

To fail to reach the required level of quality, benchmark, or lofty expectation set by someone.

Stifle creativity

To suppress, restrain, or discourage artistic expression, original thinking, and independent problem-solving skills.

Become famous

Gain traction (obj, begin of gaining popularity)

Rise to stardom (ppl, reach a peak popularity)

Tarnish / undermine image

To damage, spoil, or diminish the public reputation or good standing of an individual or entity.

Articulate / convey feelings / thoughts

To express, communicate, or give clear and effective voice to one's internal ideas and emotions.

Bottle up / conceal feelings

To hide, suppress, or avoid expressing internal emotions over an extended period.

Render obsolete

To cause something to become outdated, old-fashioned, or no longer useful due to technological progress or new developments.

Fall into place

To happen, organize, or resolve smoothly and naturally as expected over time.

Sow the seeds of

The Charity's efforts to provide education sowed the seeds of hope in the underprivileged community.

Keep abreast of

Keep up with, stay abreast with…

-To succeed in today's fast-paced world, it is vital to keep abreast of the latest developments technology.

Squshies, stress-relief toys, fidget toys

- tangible ->therapeutic, tactile sensory stimulation -> self-soothe

- affordable

- solace

Poor

Impoverished

Indigent

Underprivileged (family)

Deplorable living conditions

Allure

N of Attractive